ristiinlinkittyneen
Ristiinlinkittyneen is a Finnish term used in polymer chemistry and materials science to describe a material or structure that has undergone crosslinking, meaning the individual polymer chains are connected by bonds to form a three-dimensional network. Such networks are typically less soluble, more dimensionally stable, and exhibit mechanical properties that depend on the density and nature of the crosslinks.
Etymology and usage: The word combines ristii, meaning cross, with linkittyä, meaning to become linked. The participle
Properties and examples: Crosslinking can be achieved through covalent bonds, as in vulcanized rubber or epoxy-cured
Measurement and terminology: Common concepts linked to ristiinlinkittyneen materials include gel content, swelling ratio, and rheological
See also: polymer chemistry, crosslinking, hydrogels, elastomers.